A couple in their 80s were assaulted Thursday afternoon when someone broke into their DeKalb County home, authorities said.

The residents were not injured in the incident, which happened about 12:45 p.m. at a home on Mercer Road, according to police. They were not identified.

“The victims advised that the suspect forced his way into the location and assaulted them,” DeKalb County police spokesman Sgt. J.D. Spencer said. “(He) took an unknown amount of change before fleeing the residence.”

It is unclear if the home was targeted.

No suspects were in custody Friday morning. An investigation is ongoing.

In other news: 

The mother told Channel 2?€™s Justin Wilfon that the incident happened last Friday at the Kindezi School in midtown.

About the Author

Keep Reading

Body camera footage captures Atlanta Sgt. Marc Theodule kicking a woman in the face as they wait for an ambulance to transport her for emergency mental health treatment on July 26, 2021. The woman repeatedly spit toward the sergeant while she was handcuffed and on the ground. (Atlanta Police Department)

Credit: Atlanta Police

Featured

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff speaks to constituents during a Town Hall his office held on Friday, April 25, 2025, in Atlanta, at Cobb County Civic Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Credit: Atlanta Journal-Constitution